Gifts

The most versatile way to let the world know you support battlefield preservation. Put one in your window or on your laptop, or give them out to spread the love. (Locate wisely as the adhesive is...

The most versatile way to let the world know you support battlefield preservation. Put one in your window or on your laptop, or give them out to spread the love. (Locate wisely as the adhesive is permanent!) Shaped as the American Battlefield Trust’s signature shield iconWhite vinyl w/ permanent adhesive

The story of how private citizens headlined the efforts to preserve American Civil War Battlefields. Over the course of thirty years, a good idea and hard work of dedicated history lovers evolved...

The story of how private citizens headlined the efforts to preserve American Civil War Battlefields. Over the course of thirty years, a good idea and hard work of dedicated history lovers evolved into a movement that has saved more than 45,000 acres of historical land from developers — more than 70 square mile of American Revolutionary, War of 1812 and Civil War battlefields. Fighting the Second Civil War: A History of Battlefield Preservation and the Emergence of the Civil War Trust, by Bob...

Many of the events from the Civil War are well known – the Battle of Gettysburg, the death of "Stonewall" Jackson, Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. But do you know the whole story? It Happened...

Many of the events from the Civil War are well known – the Battle of Gettysburg, the death of "Stonewall" Jackson, Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. But do you know the whole story? It Happened in the Civil War provides inside information on these events as well as lesser-known happenings. Do you know the story behind the Hunley, the first submarine to destroy a surface ship in warfare? Or the daring prison escape of John Hunt Morgan? Or the story behind Lincoln's favorite song? You'll find...

This artwork by American painter and storyteller Keith Rocco depicts the morning attack of the 8th Illinois Cavalry at Brandy Station. Noted historian Bud Hall provided the following commentary for...

This artwork by American painter and storyteller Keith Rocco depicts the morning attack of the 8th Illinois Cavalry at Brandy Station. Noted historian Bud Hall provided the following commentary for the piece: At first light on the morning of June 9, 1863, the Battle of Brandy Station was inaugurated when General John Buford’s “Right Wing”—comprised of 6000 troopers and 1500 infantrymen approached Beverly’s Ford with orders to “disperse and destroy” enemy troopers situated in Culpeper County....

Be prepared to record your thoughts whenever inspiration strikes — you won't want to put down this gorgeous leather book which cradles a replaceable bound journal. Custom-crafted by master craftsman...

Be prepared to record your thoughts whenever inspiration strikes — you won't want to put down this gorgeous leather book which cradles a replaceable bound journal. Custom-crafted by master craftsman Shawn Bettinger of Stickman Leather in Seattle, Washington, this leather blank book is constructed of materials made in the U.S.A. Debossed with American Battlefield Trust on the front and “Saving Hallowed Ground” on the backHandcrafted from American Bison tanned in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Features...

When it comes to saving America’s Battlefields, you hold the cards. Show your commitment to preservation with this gorgeous Redwood Bison wallet. It’s slim, while accommodating your Washingtons,...

When it comes to saving America’s Battlefields, you hold the cards. Show your commitment to preservation with this gorgeous Redwood Bison wallet. It’s slim, while accommodating your Washingtons, Lincolns, Hamiltons, Jacksons, Grants, Franklins — and up to a dozen all-important cards. Custom-crafted by master craftsman Shawn Bettinger of Stickman Leather in Seattle, Washington, this wallet is constructed of materials made in the U.S.A. Debossed with American Battlefield Trust on the front and...

**This item is available for Pre-Order and will ship beginning April 18th**Do you want to participate in Park Day but there isn't a registered site near you? Purchase an official Park Day Volunteer...

**This item is available for Pre-Order and will ship beginning April 18th**Do you want to participate in Park Day but there isn't a registered site near you? Purchase an official Park Day Volunteer water bottle and celebrate solo — or with friends — by picking up litter or wiping down interpretive signs at a historic place near you. Every little bit helps, and if we all chip in we can ensure that our historic places are not only preserved but pristine! And don't forget to post your activities...

The Samuel G. Elliott burial map for the Antietam Battlefield lay forgotten for decades, but now this specially commissioned reproduction can be yours!. Created in 1864, Elliott's map documents the...

The Samuel G. Elliott burial map for the Antietam Battlefield lay forgotten for decades, but now this specially commissioned reproduction can be yours!. Created in 1864, Elliott's map documents the burials of 5,844 soldiers—2,634 Union and 3,210 Confederate. The burials of some 269 horses and the position of 152 cannons are also noted on the map.While this map was created in 1864, just like famous one for the Gettysburg battlefield, it lay in in the New Public Library's collection, unknown to...

For all you sporty history lovers… Whether you’re hiking a historic trail, seeing Gettysburg on horseback, or working out at the gym, this water bottle will help you stay hydrated and show your...

For all you sporty history lovers… Whether you’re hiking a historic trail, seeing Gettysburg on horseback, or working out at the gym, this water bottle will help you stay hydrated and show your commitment to battlefield preservation. 25 oz BPA-free bottleFeatures single-wall construction and a press-button, flip-open drinking lid with a spoutIncludes a metal locking latch and a plastic carry loopHand wash only and follow any included care guidelines ...

Keep your essentials handy while showing your commitment to battlefield preservation. Inspired by the design of old 1940's map cases, this bag easily holds an iPad and other essentials while having...

Keep your essentials handy while showing your commitment to battlefield preservation. Inspired by the design of old 1940's map cases, this bag easily holds an iPad and other essentials while having a slim profile that stays close to the body when worn. Custom-crafted by master craftsman Shawn Bettinger of Stickman Leather in Seattle, Washington, the bag is constructed of materials made in the U.S.A. [Please note: this bag now features one snap instead of two] Debossed with American...

It has been called Robert E. Lee's supreme moment: riding into the Chancellorsville clearing...the mansion itself aflame in the background...his gunpowder-smeared soldiers crowding around him, hats...

It has been called Robert E. Lee's supreme moment: riding into the Chancellorsville clearing...the mansion itself aflame in the background...his gunpowder-smeared soldiers crowding around him, hats off, cheering wildly. After one of the most audacious gambits of the war, Lee and his men had defeated a foe more than two and half times their size. The Federal commander, "Fighting Joe" Hooker, had boasted days earlier that his plans were perfect -- yet his army had crumbled, and Hooker himself...

“The Hight Ground!” - John Buford, portrayed by Sam ElliottCan you recite lines from the movie Gettysburg? In honor of the 30th Anniversary of the Ron Maxwell film, proclaim your status as a...

“The Hight Ground!” - John Buford, portrayed by Sam ElliottCan you recite lines from the movie Gettysburg? In honor of the 30th Anniversary of the Ron Maxwell film, proclaim your status as a Gettysburg Movie Nerd while supporting battlefield preservation. This unisex short sleeve Bella + Canvas cotton jersey t-shirt is guaranteed made in the USA and features distressed text on an Athletic Heather tee. Front: The High Ground distressed text in blackSleeve: American Battlefield Trust +...